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Danilo Gabriel de Andrade: Biography, Facts and Career

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Danilo Gabriel de Andrade (born 11 June 1979), simply known as Danilo, is a Brazilian professional football coach and former player who played as an attacking midfielder. He is the current head coach of Pouso Alegre. Danilo made over 450 appearances in a 20-year playing career, during which he was mainly associated with São Paulo and Corinthians. He twice won the Copa Libertadores and the FIFA Club World Cup, as is a four-time Brazilian league champion. Danilo is considered by pundits to be the greatest player who was never called up to the Brazil national team. He was known for his technique, vision and goalscoring abilities, which earned him the nickname Zidanilo, in homage to Zinedine Zidane.

Quick facts about Danilo Gabriel de Andrade

  • Full name: Danilo Gabriel de Andrade
  • Born: 1979-06-11
  • Nationality: Brazil
  • Known as: Athlete
  • Wikidata ID: Q555391

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Who is Danilo Gabriel de Andrade?

Danilo Gabriel de Andrade (born 11 June 1979), simply known as Danilo, is a Brazilian professional football coach and former player who played as an attacking midfielder.

What nationality is Danilo Gabriel de Andrade?

Danilo Gabriel de Andrade is Brazil.

When was Danilo Gabriel de Andrade born?

Danilo Gabriel de Andrade was born on 1979-06-11.

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